Scripture engagement leads to knowing God—and lives changed forever. Now more than ever, Americans need to know God’s Word and the hope we have in its transformative message. The State of the Bible is a yearly, in-depth study, asking Americans their opinions and practices relating to the Bible, all made possible by generous supporters like you.
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Christian Leaders Challenge One Another to Walk the Talk
Q Founder Gabe Lyons, far left, led a stirring conversation on the “Bible in Culture.”“We can read Scripture and believe it's true, but live as if it's not real. The way we read should demonstratively be seen in what we say and do.” So said Alister McGrath at a panel discussion at the 2010 Q conference in Chicago. American Bible…
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500th Bible Translation Commemorated
A painting presented to American Bible Society by Wycliffe to commemorate the 500th Bible translation project. Photo of painting by Matt Steinruck.The Book Should be Red, a painting by Hyatt Moore, 2008, was presented to American Bible Society from The Seed Company, a Wycliffe Bible Translators affiliate. The painting is of a young Majang man holding a red Bible, symbolizing…
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Online Ministry: Anytime, Anywhere You Are
Through Journeys, God's Word can be delivered by SMS and a variety of other methods such as e-mail and audio.“When the rain pours, the thunder rolls, lightning flashes and the winds roar, don’t let your heart be troubled…Trust in the Lord to bring you through whatever you may be facing. “For many of us, it's rare to encounter people who…
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Soul for the Streets
Stephen Tavani (center), president of WOW International shares a copy of Elementz of Life™ with a couple of WOW Jam attendees. Photo by Tonya Wilder-Butts.Growing up on unfriendly city streets full of gangs and drug dealers, 15-year-old Carlos has never felt truly loved or understood. He has looked for glimmers of hope, but they’re hard to find. What he has…
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New Partners for America's Bible Crisis
ABS president Lamar Vest (right) and Whitney Kuniholm, president of Scripture Union.Leaders from American Bible Society (ABS) and Scripture Union/USA recently gathered in New York City to charter a three-year alliance agreement, joining resources in the fight against ever-declining Bible comprehension and engagement.The alliance will bring both organizations together to foster a national Scripture campaign, an initiative that will help…
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Lifting Hearts along with Grades
A girl leafs through “Moses” — one of the beginner books in the Mission: Literacy curriculum. Photo by Malorie Tull.On her way to class, Tori* navigates garbage-strewn city streets, passing areas that drug pushers and prostitutes frequent. She has faced many challenges in her young life, but she's taking steps to improve her future.Just a few months ago, Tori had…
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